Joggins is a rural community located in western Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. The community is perhaps best known for its remarkable stretch of coastline, which has earned international recognition for its geological and fossil significance.
The Joggins Fossil Cliffs
The Joggins Fossil Cliffs represent one of the most significant fossil sites in Canada. A 15-kilometre length of the coast constituting the Joggins Fossil Cliffs was officially inscribed on the World Heritage List on July 7, 2008. This designation reflects the outstanding scientific and natural value of the cliffs, which stretch along the shoreline of the community.
World Heritage Recognition
The inscription of the Joggins Fossil Cliffs on the World Heritage List placed this section of western Cumberland County among internationally recognised sites of significance. The July 7, 2008 designation marked a notable moment for the community of Joggins and for Nova Scotia as a whole, drawing attention to the 15-kilometre coastal stretch that forms the heart of this recognition.